N4KN

Substantial
Minor

AB SPORTINE AVIACIJA GENESIS 2S/N: 2010

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, October 20, 2012
NTSB Number
ERA13CA035
Location
Roseland, VA
Event ID
20121022X53223
Coordinates
37.803333, -78.940277
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain glider control during takeoff.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N4KN
Make
AB SPORTINE AVIACIJA
Serial Number
2010
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1999
Model / ICAO
GENESIS 2SCII
Aircraft Type
Gyroplane
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
LOKEN HALVAR Y
Address
2500 DARK HOLLOW RD
Status
Deregistered
City
ROSELAND
State / Zip Code
VA 22967-2763
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot stated that as the glider reached flying speed it began to oscillate with the right wing dipping and impacting the grass runway, which resulted in a loss of control. The tow line disconnected, as designed, and the glider came to rest in an inverted position. The pilot sustained minor injuries. A post-accident examination conducted by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed substantial damage to the wings and the vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the glider that would have precluded normal operation.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA13CA035